Manchester City’s home ground since 2003, a 61,038-seat venue built for the 2002 Commonwealth Games.
Arsenal have secured a first win at Anfield since 2012, beating Liverpool 1-0 thanks to Kai Havertz’s early goal. The result moves Arsenal three points clear at the top as Liverpool’s momentum is checked.
Arsenal has crashed out of the League Cup after a 5-3 penalty defeat to Fleetwood following a 1-1 draw. Bruno Guimarães misses for Arsenal; Conor Haughey nets Fleetwood’s winner as Dowman is sent off on a volatile night at Fleetwood's ground.
Vinicius Jr. is in the final year of his Real Madrid contract, with Arsenal showing renewed interest while Madrid seeks a new deal. Negotiations are ongoing; a move this window remains uncertain as both sides weigh terms and timing.
Bournemouth has completed the signing of 22-year-old António Silva from Benfica for about €24.7m, with add-ons bringing potential total to €29.7m. The Portuguese defender, who has 20 caps and featured in World Cup and Euro 2024 squads, joins under manager Marco Rose to bolster a squad aiming for stability after a summer of heavy player sales.
The Argentina international has joined Manchester City from Marseille for £1.7m and will back up Gianluigi Donnarumma after James Trafford's departure to Leeds for up to £45m. Rulli has won the World Cup and Copa America with Argentina and previously spent time with Villarreal, Real Sociedad and Ajax.
El Mala has extended his contract with Cologne to 2031, retaining the No. 10 jersey amid transfer talk. He confirmed his commitment, saying he aims to build on last season’s 13 goals and five assists as the club hopes to fend off interest from Dortmund and others.
BBC and Al Jazeera report Manchester City are negotiating the transfer of Bouaddi from Lille to strengthen midfield, while Rodri’s exit to Barcelona is set to proceed on a four-year contract. City’s midfield overhaul appears imminent as Reijnders moves elsewhere.
Arsenal have begun the season with a string of wins, including a hard-fought Champions League victory over Napoli decided late by Martin Odegaard, and sit among early title favourites. Manchester United have opened their Champions League campaign with a 4-0 win at Old Trafford, while Manchester City, Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain have also taken strong early European results.
Arsenal has clinched back-to-back Premier League titles and is defending the crown in a season opening match against Coventry. Coventry, 25 years out of the top flight, returns with Frank Lampard at the helm and a ready-made test for Arsenal. The Premier League starts amid widespread managerial upheaval and a shift in balance as clubs adapt to new coaches and a deeper squad landscape.
Fulham host Chelsea as Alvaro Arbeloa and Xabi Alonso begin managerial duties, backed by hefty summer signings including Morgan Rogers. Chelsea arrive with a club-record 117m outlay and a reshaped squad aiming to push up the table after finishing 10th last season. The match kicks off tonight at Craven Cottage in a decisive early-season showdown.
City have secured Iliman Ndiaye on a five-year deal for £60m plus £5m in add-ons. The transfer caps City’s spending on the day after Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez move, while Everton and Tottenham see potential exits and other big deals stall.
Oasis has released teaser videos fueling speculation about a Scotland-based, five-night run at Celtic Park next May. The clues include chip shop posters, Irn-Bru branding, and a Maryhill-born actor in a video, with coordinates pointing to Glasgow. Previous reunion shows included Murrayfield and extensive touring across 14 countries.
Manchester City’s new midfield trio—Enzo Fernandez, Elliot Anderson and Ayyoub Bouaddi—have arrived as part of a high-spending window, with City aiming to rebuild after core departures. Dias has been named captain as the club seeks to sustain its winning culture under Maresca.
City maintains a perfect start with a 1-0 win over Coventry. Haaland scores, Enzo Fernandez provides a timely debut assist, and Gianluigi Donnarumma makes crucial saves to preserve the lead. Coventry pressure intensifies but cannot find a leveller, leaving Lampard's side still searching for a first top-flight goal this season.
Oasis has revealed a 2027 tour spanning the UK, Europe and the US, with 11 Manchester shows, five Celtic Park dates in Glasgow, and four at Knebworth. Richard Ashcroft will headline all dates. The tour follows their 2025 reunion and weeks of teaser posts and a drone reveal in Manchester.
Foden has been sent off for lashing out at Fernandes in the 23rd minute of the Manchester City vs Manchester United derby. Fernandes has not been punished, and VAR has backed the on-field decision. The incident has sparked debate among pundits and managers, with Maresca suggesting both players could merit red cards in the same action. City win the match but Haaland’s goal dominates the post-match chatter.
Oasis has announced a new reunion tour with fixed UK ticket prices and a register-to-access sale window following CMA findings on ticketing practices. The band’s management says pricing rests with promoters, while authorities push for greater transparency to protect fans.
Oasis has announced a new set of tour dates including Manchester, Glasgow and Celtic Park, with fixed prices and a structured ticketing process after a previous controversy over pricing. Registrations are open for official sale windows to ensure fair access.
The Carabao Cup ties see Manchester City and Norwich facing each other after City, the holders, may rest stars. Fleetwood and Liverpool advance to round four, with further ties shaping the fourth-round draw. Everton and Newcastle, Fulham and Palace, and Bournemouth and Villa also progress, setting up a busy slate of matches.
An independent commission has found Manchester City guilty of the vast majority of 115 Premier League financial-rule charges covering 2009–18, multiple outlets have reported. Sanctions have not been decided. City has said the process remains ongoing, has vowed to appeal and has told supporters the club will defend its position. (08 Oct 2026)
An independent commission finds Manchester City guilty of serious Premier League financial breaches. The club denies wrongdoing and will appeal. Former Manchester mayor Andy Burnham says he would be concerned to lose City’s Abu Dhabi owners, amid ongoing political commentary; ministers say the process must run its course.
Manchester City’s owners, the Abu Dhabi United Group, face a Premier League disciplinary process after breaching financial rules. Prime Minister Burnham has commented, prompting scrutiny of UK-government and local ties to the owners. The case raises questions about future investments and accountability.
The GMCA has released details of Andy Burnham’s meetings with Manchester City’s owners during his time as mayor, while the Premier League has found City in breach of financial rules. Burnham says he will publish all meetings, and opposition calls for full transparency intensify as scrutiny over overage deals and the club’s governance grows.
Bayer Leverkusen has secured a third consecutive Europa League win, beating OFI Crete 2-0 with a Jonas Hofmann double. Juventus is held to a 2-2 draw by Rennes after a late winner is ruled out by VAR. Sunderland’s draw in Poland accompanies a busy night of European action.
Manchester City hosts Paris Saint-Germain as City face a looming sanctions verdict after a nine-year period of alleged financial rule breaches. Luis Enrique and Enzo Maresca oversee a high-stakes match that could shape the club’s season as investigations continue and the final decision awaits.
PSG dominates the opening 35 minutes with goals from Doue, Dembele and Vitinha, while City fights back in the second half with Haaland scoring twice and Akliouche adding PSG’s third. The match comes amid City’s ongoing sanctions due to a financial impropriety ruling, casting doubt on a decade and a half of trophies as PSG reaffirms title credentials.
Manchester City faces renewed scrutiny as fans express defiance after being found guilty of Premier League financial rule breaches. The club’s appeal is ongoing, with supporters’ displays signalling solidarity with the team; critics warn of potential sanctions that could reshape English football.